Meet barbara
Proven Leadership. Unshakable Integrity.
Assemblywoman Barbara McCann Stamato is a lifelong public servant with deep roots in Jersey City and a strong track record in government, healthcare, and advocacy. Since being sworn into the New Jersey General Assembly in 2024, she has become a bold and principled voice for working families. Barbara is unafraid to take tough votes, challenge powerful interests, and stand up for what’s right.
What Barbara’s Fighting For:
Making New Jersey more affordable for families and seniors
Demanding transparency and accountability in government
Ensuring equitable school funding and educational resources
Improving public transportation and infrastructure access
Meet Jacqueline
A Voice for the Underserved. A Heart for the Community.
Jacqueline grew up in Bayonne and still lives just a few doors down from her childhood home. She’s a mom, a grandmother, and Bayonne’s 2nd Ward Councilwoman. She also works full-time helping people with disabilities and their families plan for the future. Jacqueline is known for delivering food to seniors, helping with benefits, and making sure no one feels left behind.
What Jacqueline’s Fighting For:
Fixing underfunded schools and improving access to quality education
Strengthening Medicare and Medicaid support for those who rely on it
Providing better care for veterans and individuals with disabilities
Tackling the rising cost of living and fighting for COLA adjustments for retirees
Expanding and improving public transportation that’s reliable and accessible for all
Get Involved
Help Us Make a Real Difference
Volunteer in Jersey City
Let’s work together for a fairer, more responsive government.
Volunteer in Bayonne
Help bring real solutions to the neighborhoods we call home.
Volunteer in Kearny
Stand up for a better future and stronger local leadership.
“Every family deserves stability. Every senior deserves respect. And every community deserves a government that listens.”
— Barbara McCann Stamato & Jacqueline Weimmer
Democrats for Change
District 31 Matters
A People-First Agenda That Delivers for District 31
Barbara McCann Stamato and Jacqueline Weimmer are running for the New Jersey General Assembly with a shared commitment: to fight for a fairer, more affordable future — and to make government work for the people it serves.
Together, they are focused on the issues that matter most:
Affordability
Lowering costs for families through fair taxes, housing access, and basic support.
Transparency
Standing up for transparency, public trust, and accountability in every decision.
Stronger Schools and Services
Investing in better education, safer streets, and programs that truly serve.
Support for Every Neighbor
Helping seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities live with dignity and care.
Stay Connected
From community events to campaign updates — here’s where we’ll be and how you can get involved.
Barbara and Jacqueline believe in showing up — not just during election season, but year-round. Catch them at local events, town halls, and volunteer meetups. Your voice matters, and these moments are a great way to be heard, ask questions, and take action.
Earth Day 2025
Celebrate Earth Day with us as we come together for community cleanups, green initiatives, and a better future for District 31.
Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Time: 8:30 am
Location: 13 Mechanic St. Bayonne
Campaign Fundraiser Dinner
Join us for a night of food, conversation, and community support for real change in District 31.
Date: Thursday, May 1, 2025
Time: 6 pm to 10 pm
Location: Kuhl’s Tavern 53 Prospect Avenue, Bayonne
Stay Connected
From community events to campaign updates — here’s where we’ll be and how you can get involved.
Barbara and Jacqueline believe in showing up — not just during election season, but year-round. Catch them at local events, town halls, and volunteer meetups. Your voice matters, and these moments are a great way to be heard, ask questions, and take action.
Community Town Hall
Get to know the candidates, ask questions, and hear their plan for District 31.
Bayonne Museum – May 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Coffee & Conversations
Grab a coffee, pull up a chair, and chat with Barbara and Jacqueline about what matters most to you.
Wonder Bagels, Jersey City – May 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Day of Action: Volunteer Kickoff
Join fellow supporters as we launch a day of canvassing and community outreach across the district.
Kearny High School Lawn – May 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM
In the Community
With the People, For the People
Your Voice Matters
Got a Question? Let’s Talk
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